One of the Minnesota Vikings’ first moves in free agency was the acquisition of center Ryan Kelly, a nine-year veteran formerly with the Indianapolis Colts. The deal is a 2-year contract for $18 million ($9 million AAV), with $9.25 million guaranteed. That gives him the 7th highest AAV contract among centers in the league. His previous contract made him the highest paid center in the league.
The move was a bit of a surprise, given first-round pick Garrett Bradbury on the roster, but Bradbury has continually struggled as a pass protector since he was drafted and last season led the league in pressures allowed among starting centers.